Nets vs. Wizards: New Jersey Blows 23 Point Lead But Ends Eight-Game Losing Skid

December 16th, 2010 by Ash Marshall Leave a reply »
The New Jersey Nets blew a 23-point lead at home to the Washington Wizards on Thursday night before retaking the lead and holding on long enough to end an eight-game losing streak, winning 97-89.

The Nets may have struggled lately and were winless in December, so it goes almost without saying that a contest with one of the league’s worst defensive teams was just what the doctor ordered to get back on track.

Avery Johnson’s team looked like a different side at times against the Wizards, dominating the first half and showing a high level of energy that almost seemed out of place considering their record.

The problem, as has been the case all year, is a complete lack of consistency coupled with an inability to play 48 minutes of solid basketball. It was a Jekyll and Hyde performance, but when you’re 6-19 and at the bottom of your conference, you’ll take it, even if it means having to overlook losing a mammoth lead.

Devin Harris had 29 points and nine assists, Brook Lopez added 18 points in 26 minutes and Kris Humphries grabbed 17 rebounds and chipped in with a dozen points in the victory.


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